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Algeria’s Roman Empire

5.0/5 Algiers from Riad
  • Duration7 hours
  • Max Travelers10 people
  • Free CancellationUp to 24 hrs
  • CategoryArchaeology Tours, Best Conversion

Overview

Tipasa Roman ruins is a UNESCO site on the Algerian coast, providing amazing experience and deep understanding of the Roman history. A city first occupied by the old Phoenician traders, and became and important source for Romans that occupied most the Algerian north after that. Walking through it’s fabulous sites and historical monuments that were and still a great witness of Roman architecture, lifestyle and art. With a visit to a museum that’s full with art pieces and fascinating mosaics. A walk through city of Cherchell that’s a mix of history and modern Algerian culture. Summarising the visit with the unique circular royal Mausoleum that stands as an important witness of the Numidian architecture and Egyptian influence and connection.

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What's included

  • Private transportation

  • Hotel pickup and Dropoff

  • Bottled water

  • WiFi on board

  • All tickets and fees

  • Air-conditioned vehicle

  • In-person guide

What's Not included

  • Lunch

  • Restroom on board

Itinerary

  • Pick up from hotel of your choice for around 1hour drive to Tipasa

  • After pickup from Hotel, you will drive to National Museum of Cherchell to start learning about Algerias ancient history and Roman history. Discovering the breathtaking mosaics and statues and all Roman remains discovered in the Area.

  • After the Museum you will walk around the centre of Cherchell, from the view over the ancient Phoenician port, through the French garden arriving to the unique Al Rahma Mosque (the ex cathedral)

  • Driving to the UNESCO Roman ruins of Tipasa, walking on Roman foot steps, from the Amphitheater and the temples, through the Villa street with a magnificent sea view, hiking up to 3rd century Basilica with the panoramic view and original Roman mosaics, ending the walk with the old theatre and fountain crossing the Cardo and Decumanus roads. With a chance of lunch stop next to the Grand therms.

  • Royal Mausoleum that was built by 1st century BC Numidian king for his late Egyptian wife Cleopatra Selene. He buried her body inside the mausoleum that was built around the year 25 BC. The magical circular pyramid with itu2019s humongous stones and unique shape, still holds secrets waiting to be discovered.

Good to know

  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller

  • Service animals allowed

  • Infants are required to sit on an adultu2019s lap

  • Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health

  • Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness

  • Tour duration includes travel time, around 1 and half hours

  • We can provide visa invitation letter

Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

100% Refund 24 hours or more before the start time
0% Refund Less than 24 hours before the start time

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